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Everyone has reasons for not getting a colonoscopy. Some people don’t believe they are at risk, others are afraid of the procedure, and some are worried of what the doctor could discover during an exam.
None of these reasons change the fact that colon cancer is one of the most preventable cancers and having a colonoscopy can save your life.
Still unsure? Download a free Colonoscopy Treatment Guide and learn more about:
- Why you should get a colonoscopy
- What happens before and during a colonoscopy
- Common misconceptions and myths
- The advantages of scheduling a colonoscopy at Cleveland Clinic
A colonoscopy can both detect and remove polyps before they can turn into colon cancer. On average, 15 percent of women and 25 percent of men over age 50 will have precancerous polyps detected in a colonoscopy. In fact, up to 85 percent of colorectal cancers could be prevented if everyone who was eligible for a colonoscopy screening actually got screened. Schedule a colonoscopy today – it can save your life!
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Did You Know?
- New as of 2021, it's recommended that all adults have their first colonoscopy at age 45.
- Removal of precancerous polyps by colonoscopy reduces your chance of getting colon cancer by up to 70 percent.
- 91 percent of new colon cancer cases occur in patients 50 or older.
- Cleveland Clinic performs more than 20,000 colonoscopies per year.
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